A sprayable
polymeric scaffold composition for localized anti-inflammatory therapy is disclosed. The composition comprises lipid nanorods encapsulating
inflammasome inhibitors, a thermogelling agent, and a
thickening agent. The lipid nanorods, which can be formed using
pyridoxine dipalmitate and DSPE-PEG (2000)
carboxylic acid, inhibit NLRP3 and AIM2 inflammasomes, reducing
inflammation. The thermogelling agent, such as
poloxamer 407, enables the composition to transition from a fluid
sol state at
room temperature to a semi-
solid gel state at body temperature, forming a localized gel film upon topical application. The
thickening agent, such as
mucin, enhances
viscosity and provides additional anti-inflammatory effects. The composition delivers sustained release of encapsulated inhibitors, effectively reducing inflammatory markers and symptoms in conditions such as
psoriasis. The sprayable
scaffold offers a novel, localized treatment platform with improved
skin penetration, ease of administration, and reduced systemic side effects.